{"id":268156,"date":"2025-10-15T11:04:04","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/?p=268156"},"modified":"2025-10-15T11:04:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:04:08","slug":"pick-your-own-flowers-in-patensie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/pick-your-own-flowers-in-patensie\/","title":{"rendered":"Pick your own flowers in Patensie"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PATENSIE <\/strong>&#8211; Tucked away in the scenic Vensterhoek region of Patensie, lies G&amp;K Bouquets a boutique flower farm founded in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"268158\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/pick-your-own-flowers-in-patensie\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,675\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442\" data-image-description=\"&lt;p&gt;A colourful array of flowers.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;A colourful array of flowers.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A colourful array of flowers.\" class=\"wp-image-268158\" style=\"width:528px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/72fa32ae-519b-41fc-a_86442.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A colourful array of flowers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This charming farm is named after the daughters of the owners, G\u00edtte and Kara, and has grown from a humble pregnancy project into a vibrant hub for flower lovers. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specialising in dahlias, G&amp;K Bouquets offers visitors a truly unique experience, the chance to wander through fields of flowers and handpick their own bouquets alongside their friends for R300.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During dahlia season, from 15 December to 17 January, guests are invited to stroll through the fields, select their favourite blooms, and craft a bouquet to take home. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each ticket grants a bucket and 30 freshly picked dahlia stems, along with all the essentials like secateurs, bouquet wrap, and a bucket to carry the flowers. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat, sunscreen, and a water bottle, and enjoy the serene, hands-on experience in the heart of nature. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Booking is essential, and daily visits are limited to 30\u201335 people, ensuring that everyone has the space and time to enjoy the magic of the fields.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who soon want the G&amp;K Bouquets experience to continue at home, the farm will also offer a curated collection of over 20 dahlia tuber varieties in 2026. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently being grown with care on the farm, these tubers are perfect for planting in your own garden, bringing vibrant colours and the joy of growing your own flowers.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From leisurely afternoons wandering through the dahlia fields to creating stunning bouquets for special occasions, G&amp;K Bouquets offers an experience brimming with colour, elegance, and the simple pleasure of flowers. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors leave with more than just a bouquet; they take home memories of a joyful, immersive connection with nature. 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